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Hamilton Barnes ?

Lead Optical Field Engineer

Hamilton Barnes ?, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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We are hiring a Lead Optical Field Engineer based in Dallas!

This position is onsite with 75% travel.

This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who thrives on tackling complex optical network challenges and leading large-scale deployments from start to finish. You’ll work with cutting-edge DWDM and transport technologies, guiding projects that directly impact next‑generation connectivity across the country. It’s a chance to join a team that truly values technical excellence, collaboration, and giving their engineers the autonomy to innovate.

Responsibilities

Act as deployment Lead for optics networks

Perform as implementation lead during network installations across the US

DWDM and IP/MPLS networks for hyperscale, utility and service providers

Work with the PM team to generate efficient plans for network deployments

Demonstrate advanced proficiency, execute, and instruct junior staff in the following tasks:

Site Surveys

Fiber Optic Characterization (FOC)

To Telcordia GR-1275 standards (CO standards) and Vendor specific requirements

To LRT/Customer labeling and installation standards

Equipment Integration

Knowledge of provisioning on multiple optical platforms such as Ciena 6500/R, WaveServer, Nokia 1830, and Nokia XTM/GX

Network Test & Turn‑up

Knowledge of troubleshooting and testing optical networks for long haul, metro, and regional architectures

Ensure safety and quality

Promote and teach safety first mentality

Lead from the front on quality and quality assurance

Proactively identify and address potential risks

Execute projects per the Statement of Work, MoPs, and Safety Plans

Required Skills

Reside in the Dallas metro area and expect to report to LightRiver’s Richardson, Texas office to assist with network staging when not deployed to field locations

Have a minimum of 5 years experience in the installation, turn‑up and test of networking equipment.

Be prepared to travel 75% of the time with changes to travel plans occurring regularly on short notice.

Be able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted

Work well in a cooperative team environment

If you’re interested in this position, please apply with your updated resume!

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